Engineer, Small Excavators (SMX) Electrical Hardware
Listed on 2026-08-06
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Engineering
Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineer
Engineer, Small Excavators (SMX) Electrical Hardware
There are over 7 billion people on this planet. And by 2050, there will be 2 billion more... many moving into urban centers at an unprecedented rate. Making sure there is enough food, fiber and infrastructure for our rapidly growing world is what we're all about at John Deere. And it's why we're investing in our people and our technology like never before!
Here the world's brightest minds are tackling the world's biggest challenges. If you believe one person can make the world a better place, we'll put you to work. RIGHT NOW.
John Deere is an equal opportunity employer, including disabled & veterans.
Primary
Location:
United States (US) - Iowa - Dubuque Function:
Product Engineering (CA) Onsite/Remote:
Onsite Position
As an Electrical Design Engineer for John Deere Small Excavators (SMX) located in Dubuque, IA, you will support the development of electrical systems for 5 to 9 MT small excavators. In addition, you will:
- Collaborate within a cross functional team to develop electrical designs that meet customer needs
- Support the design and print development for Small Excavator components within the product delivery process of new product programs
- Support physical builds, production launches, testing, and customer field evaluations
VISA Sponsorship is NOT available for this position
What Skills You Need- Experience in a Product Engineering Design environment
- Experience with product development processes
- Strong desire and ability to learn and apply electrical component design principles to ongoing design activities
- Demonstrated experience and ability to analyze technical data, consider multiple alternatives, and provide data-driven decisions/recommendations
- Knowledge of electrical components such as batteries, starters, alternators, switches, relays, solenoids, sensors, actuators, and connectors
- Demonstrated strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills
- Ability and willingness to travel both domestic and internationally, up to 25%
- Familiarity with construction, agriculture, or forestry equipment
- Cross-functional experience related to verification, performance evaluation, software, and/or manufacturing
- Experience Capital Harness
- Working knowledge of John Deere product development
- Experience working with system requirements, electronic hardware, circuit design and analysis
- Experience with Vspy, CPS Test tool, Service Advisor, yED, and Matlab/Simulink
- Degree in Electrical Engineering discipline or related experience.
What You'll Get
At John Deere, you are empowered to create a career that will take you to where you want to go while working in an inclusive team environment. Here, you'll enjoy the freedom to explore new projects, the support to think outside the box and the advanced tools and technology that foster innovation and achievement. Additionally, we offer a comprehensive reward package to help you get started on your new career path, including:
- Flexible work arrangements
- Highly competitive base pay
- Savings & Retirement benefits (401K and Defined Contribution)
- Healthcare benefits with a generous company contribution in the Health Savings Account
- Adoption assistance
- Employee Assistance Programs
- Tuition assistance
- Fitness subsidies and on-site gyms at specific Deere locations
- Charitable contribution match
- Employee Purchase Plan & numerous discount programs for personal use
- Vacation and Holiday Pay
$74,988.00 - $ + Benefits
Must be 18 years of age or older to apply
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